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A Rare Tropical Bonsai Weekend
July 18 & 19

Learn Tropical Bonsai with Award-Winning Artist Jesus Brito

Spend a weekend with one of the country's most respected tropical bonsai artists. Work hands-on in a small-group workshop, watch a stunning live transformation, and discover how tropical trees can thrive for New England hobbyists. Beginners and seasoned growers are all welcome.

Jesus Brito beside a tropical bonsai in a Japanese garden
Your Guest Artist

Meet Jesus Brito

Jesus Brito is a Venezuelan-born bonsai artist recognized for his refined tropical compositions and expressive styling. His work reflects a deep integration of classical bonsai principles with a modern, dynamic vision. Jesus blends refined aesthetic training from the Venezuelan Bonsai Society with the technical mastery he developed after moving to the United States, where he has trained with renowned artists such as Juan Andrade, Suthin Sukosolvisit and Boon Manakitivipart.

Over the years, his trees have been exhibited at many of the most respected bonsai venues in the United States, including the Bonsai Societies of Florida Convention, American Bonsai Society seminars, U.S. National Bonsai Exhibitions, and the renowned EPCOT bonsai display.

His work has earned multiple awards including distinction at a national level winning Best Tropical Tree at the 9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition.

Award Best Tropical Tree, 9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition
Two Ways to Join Us

The Weekend at a Glance

Reserve a hands-on workshop seat, drop in for the free demonstration, or do both. Seats for the workshop are limited and tend to go fast.

Saturday, July 18 · Paid Workshop

Ficus Fusion Demo & Workshop

$245 · Includes your tree
DateSaturday, July 18
Time9 AM to 12:30 PM
Capacity10 students
Skill levelBeginner to intermediate bonsai enthusiasts, but it is not intended as a first-ever bonsai class
LocationBonsai Outlet nursery
What's included

Your own 3-Tree Ficus Fusion to style and take home, hands-on guidance from Jesus, use of shared tools and wire, and tropical aftercare notes tailored to New England growing conditions.

Reserve Your Seat
Sunday, July 19 · Free Demonstration

Free Tropical Bonsai Demonstration

Free to attend · No registration required
DateSunday, July 19
Time10:00 AM
LocationOutdoor tent, or tropical greenhouse if it rains
Skill levelOpen to everyone, no experience needed
CostFree
What you'll see

Jesus takes a tropical tree and works it live, walking through front selection, structure, pruning, wiring, and a long-term plan. You'll watch an ordinary tree become something special, and pick up New England aftercare tips along the way.

LeafBring a friend. Stay after to shop tropicals and chat with our team.
Plan Your Visit
Why Tropical Bonsai

Tropical Trees Belong in New England Too

Most of us grow cold-hardy trees, so tropicals can feel like a different world. They don't have to. With the right timing and care, tropical bonsai is one of the most rewarding and approachable ways to grow year round.

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Approachable for beginners

Tropicals are forgiving, fast-growing, and a great entry point if you're new to bonsai. You'll leave with a tree and the confidence to care for it.

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Meaningful for experts

Experienced growers get real technique: structure before ramification, wiring strategy, and how to push transformation without overworking the tree.

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Built for our climate

Jesus focuses on what actually works here: July timing, recovery, light, watering, pest prevention, and indoor overwintering.

Make a Day of It

Plan Your Visit

Whether you're here for the workshop, the demo, or just to browse, the whole nursery will be buzzing all weekend. It's the perfect time to refresh your collection and stock up.

Browse our tropical inventory, freshly stocked for the weekend
Shop pots, soil, tools, and wire for your next project
Find a deal in our clearance section
Ask our team for beginner-friendly tree and care recommendations
Visit Us
Bonsai Outlet
Address
914 S. Main Street, Bellingham, MA 02019
Weekend Hours
Saturday & Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm
Phone
508-883-2842
Don't Miss It

Spend the Weekend with Jesus Brito

This is a rare chance to learn from an award-winning tropical artist right here at the nursery. Workshop seats are limited, so reserve yours before they're gone.